/IWBEP/SBOD150 - Node name '&1' contains special characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Node name '&1' contains special characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD150 - Node name '&1' contains special characters ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD150 Node name '&1' contains special characters typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services when there is an issue with the naming conventions of the nodes in your OData model. This error indicates that the node name you are trying to use contains special characters that are not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Special Characters: The node name may contain characters that are not permitted, such as spaces, punctuation marks, or other non-alphanumeric characters.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for OData services, and violating these conventions can lead to errors.
  Model Definition: The error may arise from the way the OData model is defined in the ABAP backend, particularly in the metadata or service definition.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Node Names: Review the node names in your OData model and ensure they only contain valid characters. Valid characters typically include:
  
  Alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  Avoid using spaces, special characters, or punctuation.
  
  
  
  Modify the Model: If you find any node names that contain special characters, modify them to conform to the naming conventions. This may involve renaming the nodes in your ABAP code or in the service definition.
  
  
  Regenerate the Service: After making changes to the node names, regenerate the OData service to ensure that the changes take effect. You can do this using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to maintain and activate the service.
  
  
  Test the Service: Once the changes are made and the service is regenerated, test the OData service again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions for OData services and nodes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for service maintenance and /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE for registering services.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the invalid node name is being generated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your OData service functions correctly.